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MATH-1414-001 College Algebra for STEM Majors
Prerequisite:Scores on a state-approved test indicating college-level math skills Corequisite: MATH 0315
In-depth study and applications of polynomial, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions, and systems of equations using matrices. Additional topics such as sequences, series, probability and conics may be included.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(4 sem hrs; 4 lec)
On Campus Course
Required: College Algebra, 11th edition, by Michael Sullivan, Prentice Hall
Basics: Blue-lined notebook paper (8.5" x 11") or blue-lined graph paper - 4 or 5 squares per inch or engineering graph paper, stapler, a straight edge, pencils, erasers, a highlighter in your favorite color. You can get free graph paper at http://incompetech.com/graphpaper/lite/.
Graphing Calculator: TI-83, TI-83 Plus, TI-84, or TI-84 Plus. The Math Department policy is that no TI-89's, TI-92's or TI-Nspire calculators may be used on tests.
Graphing Calculator checkout: Students unable to purchase a graphing calculator can apply to the Adult Students Program for the privilege of checking one out for the semester. Bring a copy of your schedule to the Adult Students Program, Ware, Room 108 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. You must complete an application and be enrolled in a math class to receive this assistance.
Students who lose (due to accident / theft / any other mishap) or damage in any way a loaner graphing calculator will be required to replace the lost, stolen, or damaged calculator with a new TI-84 or TI-84 Plus graphing calculator. Failure to do so will result in immediate action(s) taken by Amarillo College.
Access to a working computer with internet access and a printer. There are student computers located in the AC Library and the Math Outreach Tutoring Center for student use. This enables you to access the course in Blackboard.
Amarillo College student I.D. (for testing and tutoring).
Learning Objectives: After completing this course, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the following topics as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program:
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Student Responsibilities: For a full discussion of appropriate behavior and student responsibilities, please refer to the Student Rights & Responsibilities Handbook http://sites.actx.edu/catalog/notices/.
Cheating is defined in Webster's College Dictionary as "taking an examination in a dishonest way, as by having improper access to answers." Improper access includes, but is not limited to, copying from another student's paper, copying from the homework solutions manual, or using any unauthorized sources of information while taking an exam or quiz. If the instructor sees a cell phone out during any exam, the instructor will assume that student is cheating and the exam will be taken up and a grade of "F" will be received for the course.
Students who fail to comply with the standards outlined in the syllabus and/or Student Rights & Responsibilities will be subject to disciplinary action.
Phones: It is the policy of the Mathematics,Sciences & Engineering Department that cell phones must be turned off or in silent mode in the classrooms and the computer labs.
Policy on Cheating and Plagiariam: Plagiarism and cheating will not be tolerated in any math course at Amarillo College. On the first day of class, you will be required to sign and date a Course Contract. Included in the contract is the following statement: "I fully understand that if I cheat, or attempt to cheat, on any test I will receive an automatic "F" in the course. This grade will go on my permanent transcript and cannot be removed. Cheating includes the use of cell phone calculators, the illegal use of books, notes, cell phones, and copying. Cheating also includes helping, or attempting to help, other students to cheat on a test." You will not be allowed to take your tests until this contract is signed and returned to your instructor. Please Note: NO CELL PHONES in the Testing Room. If we see your cell phone out AT ANY TIME, FOR ANY REASON, while in the testing room, you will receive an "F" for the course!
The final average will be computed based on the following percentage basis: Core Problems........20%, Written Homework........10%, Module Exams........50%, Final Exam........20%
The final letter grades are assigned based on the following numerical result:
A ............90-100, B............80-89, C............70-79, D............60-69, F............59 and Below
Core Problems and Homework: Expect to have core problems and written homework that will be assigned for each section. Core problems must be printed off, and completed on the printed sheet. At the end of the semester, two core problems grades will be dropped and two written homework grades will be dropped. Turning in all your homework is one of the best things you can do to improve your grade!
1. Attendance in Lab (where we will work on written homework if time) is necessary.
2. Work must be done in pencil. Anything that is wrong or needs to be corrected must be clearly erased. Don't write, doodle, or perform mathematical calculations in the margins. Work must be neat and legible. Just because you can read it doesn't mean that I can interpret it.
3. Work must be presented in an orderly manner with the problem running a single column down the left half of the page. You may use the right half of the page for graphs, tables and drawings. Any problem (excluding graphs) with work presented in anything except the first column will not receive credit. All final answers must be boxed or circled to receive credit. Any problem with the answer not circled or boxed in will not be graded.
4. Core problems and written homework are due at the beginning of the following class meeting.
6. The written homework and core problems, will make up 30% of your overall grade.
and remember, LATE WORK IS NOT ACCEPTED without approval prior to the deadline.
Exams: At least 3 major exams will be given in the Math Testing Center outside of class. If you miss a major exam, the grade on your final exam will be used to replace the missing grade. I do not offer make-up exams. If you do not miss any exam and your final exam grade is higher than your lowest test score, I will replace the lowest test score with your final test grade. If you score below 70% on the exam, you will be required to complete an hour of mandatory tutoring in the Math Academic Success Center (Math OutReach Center) before you are allowed to take the next exam. The Math Testing Center is in Durrett Hall room 103 and is open from 8am-9pm Monday-Thursday, 8am-8pm Friday, and 9am-8pm Saturday.
Final Exam: The final exam will be a comprehensive final either taken during class time or taken in the Math Testing Center.
I do not give extra credit work.
Free Help: If you feel yourself getting behind in class or having problems with certain concepts covered, get help immediately. It is YOUR responsibility to get help.
The following are a few ways to get FREE help outside of class:
1. Your instructor is your first, BEST resource for help. Feel free to come to office hours or make an appointment.
2. Free one-on-one tutoring at the Math OutReach Center in Durrett 104 is available. You will need your AC ID to sign in.
| Math Success Tutoring Center | ||
| In Person Hours | Virtual Hours | |
| Monday | 8am-8pm | 8am-8pm |
| Tuesday | 8am-8pm | 8am-8pm |
| Wednesday | 8am-8pm | 8am-8pm |
| Thursday | 8am-8pm | 8am-8pm |
| Friday | 8am-8pm | 8am-8pm |
| Saturday | 9am-8pm | 9am-8pm |
| Sunday | None | None |
Using Blackboard to print class materials, get your grades, contact your instructor, find class announcements, etc.: Students will be required to log in to Blackboard regularly to check the course announcements, calendar, e-mails, grades and print class handouts. To access our course area in Blackboard:
1. Go to https://acconnect.actx.edu and log in. Your log in information is the same as your Web Advisor log in. If you need help contact askAC at 371-5000 and they can lead you in the right direction. You may also contact the STL helpdesk at 371-5992.
2. Once you are logged in, click on our course
3. Then you will see any links you will need on the left hand side of the screen.
Attendance: Remember that the deadline for withdrawing from this class is Tuesday October 3, 2023. With AC’s drop policy, you must have a withdraw form signed by your instructor turned into the Assistance Center before the deadline in order to drop. Because of this process, you must notify me by noon on the drop date listed above. If you stop attending class and your average drops below a 60 due to missed assignments and you do not officially drop the course by this deadline, you will receive an F for the course.
Tentative Schedule: This schedule is subject to change by the instructor at any time.
| Week 1 | Syllabus, Review Material, Sections R.7 |
| Week 2 | Sections R.8, 1.1-1.3, Exam 1, Section 1.4 |
| Week 3 | Sections 1.5, 2.3, 3.1, 3.3 |
| Week 4 | Section 3.4-3.5, Exam 2, Sections 4.3-4.4, 5.1-5.2 |
| Week 5 | Section 5.3-5.4, 5.6, Exam 3, Sections 6.1-6.2 |
| Week 6 | Sections 6.3-6.8, Exam 4 |
| Week 7 | Sections 2.1, 2.4, 8.1-8.3 |
| Week 8 | Final Review and Final Exam |
A Note from the Instructor: At this point you may be feeling a little overwhelmed with the requirements of Math 1414. Please note that we are all in this together, and my role as your instructor is to facilitate your efforts to reach your educational goals. I am looking forward to working with each and every one of you this semester.
The following Developmental Mathematics topics will be imbedding in this College Algebra - STEM course: factoring, rules for exponents, factor expansion, distribution, FOIL, conjugates, completing the square, complex numbers, rational numbers, operations, and other topics as needed.
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